Zainab Al-Abdulrazzaq Joins 2026 BoF 500 List, Strengthening Kuwait's Presence in the Fashion World
A Kuwaiti entrepreneur joins a prestigious global list.
Translated by Qiyas from الجريدة — Original source
Kuwaiti entrepreneur and fashion sector activist Zainab Al-Abd Al-Razzaq, founder of 3oud.com and Oud Fashion Talks, has been included in the 2026 BoF 500 list, an international recognition reflecting her efforts to develop the fashion industry and strengthen Kuwait’s presence on the global fashion map.
The BoF 500 is one of the most prominent international lists in the fashion sector, featuring a select group of designers, entrepreneurs, executives, creatives, and influential figures in the industry worldwide. Al-Abd Al-Razzaq joins a global community that includes prominent names such as Bernard Arnault, Phoebe Philo, Donatella Versace, Anna Wintour, Kim Kardashian, and Pharrell Williams.
This recognition holds particular significance for Kuwait and the region, which have seen prominent figures contribute to enhancing their presence in the global fashion and luxury sectors. Over the years, the BoF 500 has included names from the region, including Mohammed Al-Shaikh, Patrick Chalhoub, Elie Saab, and Khaled Al-Tayer, alongside other individuals who have contributed to the development of the fashion and luxury business sectors regionally and globally.
Al-Abd Al-Razzaq’s recognition adds a new dimension to this narrative, focusing on building platforms, fostering dialogues, and supporting talent and the creative fashion scene.
Through 3oud.com and Oud Fashion Talks, Al-Abd Al-Razzaq works to solidify Kuwait’s position not only as a market for fashion and luxury but also as an environment where ideas are generated, projects are built, and talent and cultural dialogues related to the fashion world converge.
Al-Abd Al-Razzaq’s inclusion in the BoF 500 comes as the Middle East continues to strengthen its presence in the global fashion and luxury sectors. This achievement marks a milestone in her career and recognizes Kuwait’s role in supporting and developing the fashion industry and creative talent in the region.
